Software Developer - C/C++
Ford Motor2 days ago
Ottawa, CanadaEntry Level
Responsibilities
- Analyze product requirements for connected vehicle applications and create software designs and proposals.
- Implement new features in embedded vehicle applications.
- Debug and maintain existing vehicle applications.
- Develop and execute unit tests and report defects.
- Provide time estimates and regular progress updates for assigned development tasks.
- Participate in code reviews and collaborate on a cross-functional development team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
- At least 6 months of experience in requirements analysis and software development; relevant coursework and academic or personal projects may be considered.
- At least 6 months of experience using object-oriented methodologies and one or more of C, C++, Rust, Java, Kotlin, or Python; coursework and projects demonstrating these skills are relevant.
- Preferred experience includes QNX or other embedded, mobile, or consumer platforms.
- Preferred experience includes Git, GitHub, Gerrit, Jira, Jenkins, VS Code, Eclipse, Momentics, Android Studio, or Visual Studio.
- Ability to analyze requirements and design software components, including high- and low-level designs, interface specifications, and test plans.
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional, geographically distributed teams and communicate effectively.
Benefits
- Eligible employees may participate in Ford’s Annual Compensation bonus program.
- Hybrid work arrangement requiring onsite attendance four or more days per week.
- Candidates must provide proof of degree completion; degrees obtained outside Canada require an Education Credential Assessment showing Canadian equivalency.
About Ford Motor
Ford Motor Company designs, manufactures, and sells cars, trucks, SUVs, and commercial vehicles for consumers and businesses, and provides financing through Ford Credit. A public company headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan and listed on the NYSE, it operates globally under the Ford and Lincoln brands, including electric and connected vehicles such as the F‑150 Lightning and Mustang Mach‑E. Founded in 1903, it also offers software-driven fleet, mobility, and aftersales services.